Description
Tetra Tech is powering a just energy transition for all. We are Leading with Science® to advance the clean energy projects and policies the world needs to achieve climate and decarbonization goals. We help create sustainable utilities and modern power grids. We promote equality and inclusivity in the global energy sector. We work with governments, policy planners, investors, power project developers, and international development agencies to increase energy access, strengthen energy security, and power economies
Join our team and support the growth of our South Africa-based energy practice. As an Energy Sector Analyst / Associate / Senior Associate in power systems and planning, you will contribute to various aspects of technical analysis, project management, and business development within the energy sector. The specific position level (Analyst, Associate, Senior Associate) and associated job description will be determined based on the candidate's knowledge, skills, and experience. Will support the growth of our South Africa–based energy practice. This will include supporting studies related to grid integration and stability, support with preparing reports. The analyst will also support business development efforts, support senior staff with technical analyses, support with the writing of expressions of interest. The position will involve occasional travel to international locations to execute technical tasks in collaboration with local project personnel, project stakeholders, and clients.
Apply today and join the company that is Leading with Science®.
Position responsibilities
- Conduct power system analyses covering load flow, short circuit, dynamic and transient stability, harmonics, protection, arc flash, electromagnetic transient switching, and insulation coordination studies.
- Assist in power system modeling using software such as PSS/E, DigSilent PowerFactory, ETAP, PSCAD, and EMTDC.
- Contribute to the modeling of battery storage, wind, and solar PV generation, including master controllers.
- Support automated power system simulation studies using scripting tools like Python.
- Analyze and interpret simulation and test data, providing insights as needed.
- Provide research and data collection for report and presentation production.
- Collaborate with experts from other Tetra Tech operating units under senior team guidance.
- Draft technical inputs for business development and marketing efforts.
- Occasionally travel internationally to collect data from utilities, control centers, substations, and project sites.
Minimum qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering (e.g., BSc or BEng)
- Associate: Two years of relevant work experience in system planning and modelling
- Senior Associate: Five years of relevant work experience in energy system planning, studies and modelling
- Proficiency in Python programming language
- Advanced IT literacy and numeracy skills
- Ability to tackle complex technical problems with a systematic approach
- Adaptable, able to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong relationship-building skills
- Detail-oriented and deadline-driven
- Willingness to learn and undertake training
- Occasional international travel required
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
Valued qualifications
- Postgraduate degree (e.g., MSc, MEng, or PhD)
- Previous technical experience in the energy sector
- Commercial awareness
- Proficiency in French
Physical demands & work environment
- Remote setting, with an estimated 20 percent of time in regional and international travel
Headquarter position
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 470 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees—27,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.
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Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among Tetra Tech's core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties. Please visit our website at www.tetratech.com to see the array of diverse services and exciting projects we are currently working on.
Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Please no phone calls or agencies.
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